At Night
9th Wonder Lyrics


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Ooh, ooh
Ooh

Cloudy days
Sleepless nights
I lay awake tossin', wonderin' when we'll get it right
We've been down
For so long
Know change been on the way, ain't worried no more

Know we comin' (comin', comin', comin')
Know we comin' (comin', comin', comin')
Yeah, just keep goin' (goin, goin', goin')
Know we comin' (comin', comin', comin')

Cloudy days
Sleepless nights
I lay awake tossin', wonderin' when we'll get it right
We've been down
For so long
Know change been on the way, ain't worried no more

Know we comin' (comin', comin', comin')
Know we comin' (comin', comin', comin')




Yeah, just keep goin' (goin, goin', goin')
Know we comin' (comin', comin', comin')

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to 9th Wonder/Buckshot's song "At Night" speak to the desire for success, the struggle to achieve it, and the obstacles faced along the way. The first verse highlights the rapper's skills and his ability to make money from his talent. He advises listeners to avoid drama and keep a low profile while hustling. He also mentions diamonds from Rwanda, alluding to the struggle and conflict that country has faced. The chorus talks about the difficulties of sleepless nights and the hope for a better future with the repeated phrase "know we coming." The second verse speaks to the rapper's personal struggles with stress and relationship issues. He expresses hope for a better future and the importance of perseverance despite the challenges faced.


Line by Line Meaning

My timin' is impeccable, my rhymin' is incredible
I'm always on time with my verses and they're really good


Save the drama for your mamma, what ya better do
Don't bring your problems to me, go fix them elsewhere


We're positive from profiting off everything I'm tellin' you
We're making money from the things I rap about


Don't get too excited, gangstas move in silence
Don't draw attention to yourself, real gangsters operate covertly


Diamonds from Rwanda shinin' and mixn' with designer
My jewelry is from a conflict zone and I'm mixing it with designer clothes


I've been grindin' like my nigga nineth to make a million dollars
I've been working really hard to make a lot of money like my friend 9th Wonder


I've been fuckin' groupies and recruitin' all the hutchie mommas
I've been sleeping around with fans and recruiting women who are attracted to fame


When I get the loot then I'm 'bout to scoot
When I make enough money, I'm going to leave quickly


Look, at night I can't sleep, I toss and turn
I have trouble sleeping and I'm restless at night


Thoughts burn as I ponder on this life I yearn
I have a lot of thoughts and desires about my life and they weigh heavily on me


All my stress be weightin' on me
I'm under a lot of stress and it's causing me to feel weighed down


Try to call my homie, just to realize him and life/Done went and got a alimony, damn
I try to reach out to my friend but I realize he's dealing with his own issues, including paying alimony


I'm lookin' at my girl like where the peace at?/She said 'as long as they is killin' us we ain't gon' see that'
I'm asking my partner where we can find peace, but she feels we won't find it until systemic violence against us ends


But I'm a man of power, a man of this purpose/So I look up to the man and just demandin' the service
I see myself as someone who has influence and a purpose, so I demand change from those in power


Like, I know it's all good if were wakin' up
I try to stay positive by reminding myself that every day is a new beginning


All of this gon' weigh on us, enemies that pray on us/No sleep, 'cause the dreams that we all chase
I acknowledge that we face challenges and enemies that cause us stress, and that we often can't sleep because of our goals and aspirations


No rest, 'cause we lost bae
We can't rest because we've lost someone we loved


I done been a lost soul, lookin' in the crossroads/Wonder where it all folds, even where we all go
I've felt lost before, unsure of what path to take and where it will lead us all in the end


Look up in the stars though, know who I can call though
When I feel lost, I look at the stars and feel comforted knowing I have people I can turn to for support


No we gon' be good, as long as I put my all though even through the
I believe everything will be okay if I give 100% effort, even during difficult times


Welcome back, you inside the dinner party
Welcome back to a gathering, where we'll enjoy good music and food


That's right y'all
I'm confirming what I just said


You're rockin' with the best
You're listening to the best music


And uh, it's about time for that dessert
We're about to enjoy the sweetest part of this experience


So turn your speakers up loud
Increase the volume and fully immerse yourself in the music


Have a seat, enjoy the treat
Sit down and fully savor this experience


'Cause this is something strictly for the street
This music is specifically made for those in the street culture




Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Kamasi Washington, Patrick Douthit, Reuben Vincent, Robert Glasper, Simmie Sims, Terrace Martin

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Comments from YouTube:

Warren Cave

Night time maneuvers remix by 9th is fire

MJ’sGarage

This brings back some nostalgia. I first heard this when I had just started 10th grade.

Michael Neblett

My fav 9th wonder beat

EDWARD MUTURI

This instrumental sounds so good.To me it sounds like it deserves the title all time riders.God exceedingly bless everyone that is listening to this instrumental , everyone that will read my compliment and the beat master 9th wonder,amen.

trilljordz

thanks for this ❤️

MR TRUTH HURTS

Perfect for taking a ride on a Sunday

Warren Cave

Bro i promise you. I have listens to this instrumental hundreds of times. That’s what I’m talking about. Boot camp click from duck down records. Buck shot Sean price shit was official dude’s from Brooklyn. 9th fucked with everybody. From ny Memphis bleek sky zoo Nas

Frank Gates Jr.

Happy Born Day 9th!!!!!

Warren Cave

https://youtu.be/SfL8s5S-PU8

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